Native American author and storyteller known for traditional music performances

12:16 PM,
Nov. 7, 2013

Native American author Joseph Bruchac will speak at the annual children's literature symposium at Appalachian State.

Written by

Joanne O?Sullivan

On Nov. 9, teachers, librarians and lovers of children's literature will convene at Appalachian State for its annual symposium.

North Carolina poet laureate Joseph Bathanti and novelist Edie Hemingway will participate in the event, headlined by a Native American author and storyteller, Joseph Bruchac.

With an emphasis on multicultural literature for kids, the event features workshops, performances and opportunities to interact with the authors, and it addresses ways to use reading, creative writing and storytelling across a curriculum. ...